Berberis Vulgaris

Where do we find the original pathogenesis of Berberis ?

British Journal of Homoeopathy , Vol. XXXIII. ; American Homoeopathic Review , Vol. VI.

What is Berberis vulgaris ?

It is the Barberry , our tincture coming from the bark of the fresh root. Prepare in the same manner as described under Sanguinaria .

Give its general action.

Acts principally upon the kidneys, bladder and liver. It is called for when the renal and vesical symptoms are prominent. The lumbar region is very painful - pain radiates in all directions.

What are the kidney symptoms of Berberis ?

Sticking, tearing pains in the renal region ; worse from deep pressure. The pains extend down the back, and down the ureters into the bladder ; the back feels stiff and numb and the pains radiate from the kidneys.

Continue and give its bladder symptoms.

Cutting in the bladder, extending down the urethra ; burning pain on urinating ; the urine is yellow, turbid and flocculent, with whitish or red sediment ; tearing pains in the bladder.

What are the indications for Berberis in liver troubles ?

Sticking pains under the ribs and pains which go from the liver to the abdomen ; bilious colic, with gall stones and jaundice.